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Election Commission
Schedule for bye-elections to fill casual vacancies in the State Legislative Assembly of Madhya Pradesh – Regarding.
There are clear vacancies in the State Legislative Assembly of Madhya Pradesh from 27-Kolaras and 34-Mungaoli Assembly Constituencies which need to be filled up.
After taking into consideration various factors like local festivals, electoral rolls, weather conditions etc., the Commission has decided to hold bye-elections to fill these vacancies as per the programme mentioned as under: -
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Poll Events
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Schedule
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Date of Issue of Gazette Notification
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30/01/2018 
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Last Date of Nominations
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06/02/2018 
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Date for Scrutiny of Nominations
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07/02/2018 
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Last Date for Withdrawal of candidatures
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09/02/2018 
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Date of Poll
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24/02/2018 
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Date of Counting
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28/02/2018 
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Date before which election shall be completed
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03/03/2018 
ELECTORAL ROLL
The Electoral Rolls of 27-Kolaras and 34-Mungaoli Assembly Constituencies of Madhya Pradesh with reference to 01.01.2018 will be used for bye-election. The Electoral Roll of Madhya Pradesh will be finally published on 19.01.2018.
ELECTRONIC VOTING MACHINES  and VVPATs
The Commission has decided to use EVMs and VVPATs in the bye-elections in all the polling stations. Adequate numbers of EVMs and VVPATs have been made available and all steps have been taken to ensure that the polls are conducted smoothly with the help of these machines.
IDENTIFICATION OF VOTERS
In consonance with the past practice, the Commission has decided that the voter’s identification shall be mandatory in the aforementioned bye- elections at the time of poll. Electoral Photo Identity Cards  shall be the main document of identification of a voter. However, in order to ensure that no voter is deprived of his/her franchise, if his/her name figures in the Electoral Rolls, separate instructions will be issued to allow additional documents for identification of voters at the time of poll in the said bye-elections.
MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT
The Model Code of Conduct shall come into force with immediate effect in the district in which the whole or any part of the Assembly Constituency going for bye-election is included, subject to partial modification as issued vide Commission’s instruction No. 437/6/INST2016-CCS, dated 29th June, 2017 . The Model Code of Conduct shall be applicable to all candidates, political parties and the State Government concerned. The Model Code of Conduct shall also be applicable to the Union Government for the State concerned.
Election Commission of India
New Delhi: 19th January, 2018
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Ministry of Education
NEP provides a roadmap to establish India as a knowledge economy – Shri Dharmendra Pradhan
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan virtually addresses the launch the National Education Policy 2020 in Karnataka
National Education Policy- 2020 provides a roadmap to establish India as a knowledge economy as well as help in creation of global citizens said Union Education & Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan at the launch of NEP Karnataka and several education related initiatives of the Government of Karnataka today.
Addressing the participants Shri Pradhan said that Karnataka has taken a giant stride in transforming its education landscape by implementing the National Education Policy 2020. From translating the NEP 2020 into Kannada to forming NEP Task Force and preparing the roadmap for its implementation, Karnataka has taken lead to establish itself as the 1st state in India to implement the visionary NEP 2020, he added. The Minister further said that with the implementation of NEP in the state, Karnataka has set an example for other states to emulate.
The Minister stated that deeply rooted with Indian ethos yet modern in outlook India’s NEP—its policy framework, implementation strategy, outcomes and role in the betterment of human society will serve as a case study for global policy makers. The generation that is in the age group of 3-23 today will reap the benefits of NEP and will shape India’s destiny in the future but the challenge before us is to include India’s growing population under the ambit of New Education Policy as early as possible, he added.
Shri Pradhan stressed that NEP will catapult India into a new global world order. He urged all stakeholders to work collectively to fulfil our national ambition of making India a vibrant knowledge economy.
Chief Minister of Karnataka Shri Basavaraj S Bommai , Minister for Higher Education, IT & BT, Science and Technology, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dr. C. N. Ashwath Narayan; Chairman, Drafting Committee of NEP Dr K. Kasturirangan and other dignitaries graced the event.
Prime Minister's Office
PM wishes Kashmiri Pandit community on Jyeshtha Ashtami
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended wishes to the Kashmiri Pandit community on the occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami.
"Best wishes, especially to the Kashmiri Pandit community, on the very special occasion Jyeshtha Ashtami.
With the divine blessings of Mata Kheer Bhawani, may everyone be happy, healthy and prosperous", the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Defence
LAUNCH OF SECOND MCA BARGE, YARD 76  AT M/S SECON ENGINEERING PROJECTS PVT LTD, VISAKHAPATNAM
Second Missile Cum Ammunition  Barge, Yard 76  was launched by Cmde G Ravi, Warship Production Superintendent  on 18 Aug 23 at Guttenadeevi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh . With all major and auxiliary equipment/systems sourced from indigenous manufacturers, this Barge is proud flag bearer of “Make in India” initiative of Ministry of Defence.
Contract for construction of 08 x MCA Barge was concluded with M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam, a MSME, in consonance with “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives of the Government of India. This Barge is being built with a service life of 30 years. The availability of MCA Barges will provide impetus to Operational commitments of IN by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles / ammunition to IN Ships both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.
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Department of Space
Cabinet apprised of Framework Agreement between India and Sao Tome &Principe for Cooperation in the Exploration and Uses of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of Framework Agreement between India and Sao Tome & Principe on Cooperation in the Exploration and Uses of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes. The Framework Agreement was signed in New Delhi, on 7th September 2018.
Salient features:
- The Framework Agreement will provide impetus to explore newer research activities and application possibilities in the field of remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication; satellite navigation; space science and exploration of outer space.
- This Framework Agreement would lead to develop a host of joint activities in the field of application of space technologies for the benefit of humanity. Thus all sections and regions of both the countries are benefited.
Major Impact:
The Framework Agreement will provide impetus to explore newer research activities and application possibilities in the field of remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication; satellite navigation; space science and exploration of outer space.It would lead to develop a host of joint activities in the field of application of space technologies for the benefit of humanity. Thus all sections and regions of both the countries are benefited.
Background:
- Subsequent to communications from the Ministry of External Affairs  and the National Security Council Secretariat - NSCS  seeking the views of Department of Space  on the Government of Democratic Republic of Sao-Tome and Principe's interests for space cooperation with India including consideration of DoS setting up a satellite tracking station in Sao-Tome and Principe and its financial implications, ISRO carried out a preliminary study of the geographical location of Sao-Tome and Principe and conveyed to NSCS the suitability of Sao-Tome and Principe for an Indian Satellite Ground Station and the financial implications of establishing it.
- Further, in the last week of March 2018, a Letter of Intent  was signed between Indian Space Research Organisation  represented by Chairman, ISRO and the Government of the Republic of Sao-Tome and Principe represented by its Minister for Foreign Affairs and Communities on installation and operation of a ground station in Sao-Tome and Principe for Indian space programme.
- On the invitation of Sao-Tome and Principe authorities, an expert team from ISRO visited the islands of Sao-Tome and Principe and identified a suitable parcel of land for establishing the ground station. Since establishing the ground station is a specific activity and further cooperation between both the countries is required to derive the benefit of the ground station byemploying suitable technology elements, it was accepted by both the countries to sign a Framework Agreement covering multiple activities related to space under the heading of "Cooperation in the Exploration and Uses of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes".
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Shri Piyush Goyal appeals to Steel Makers to explore the possibilities of offering relief to small industries and exporters
Steel Industry stake holders assure affordable solutions to support Small and Medium enterprises and exporters
The Minister for Commerce & Industry, Textiles, Consumer Affairs and Food & Public Distribution, Shri Piyush Goyal today appealed to Steel Makers to explore the possibilities of offering relief to small industries and exporters.
A meeting was held here today involving participants from Steel Industry and Actual Industry users.The meeting was convened to address the issues raised by small industries and exporters about steel input prices.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Goyal said that special care of MSMEs needs to be taken for easier and cost effective supply of Steel. He asked the Steel Industry stakeholders to assess the manufacturing costs and explore the possibilities of offering relief to small industries using steel as input for manufacturing of components and other engineering products.
Steel Industry stakeholders showed intent to support Small and Medium enterprises and exporters. They assured the Small Enterprises and Exporters about finding affordable solutions to address their challenges especially in the wake of the pandemic.
The meeting was also attended by the Union Minister of Steel, Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh, Minister of MSME, Shri Narayan Tatu Rane, Chairperson, SAIL, Ms. Soma Mondal, CMD, Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd., Shri Atul Bhatt, CMD, JSW Steel Ltd., Shri Sajjan Jindal, CEO and MD, Tata Steel, Shri T.V Narendran, DG & CEO, Federation of Indian Exporters Organization , Dr. Ajay Shai, Shri Mohit Jauhari of Auto Components Manufacturers Association , Chairman, EEPC, Shri Mahesh Desai, Secretary General, All India Cycle Manufacturers Association, Dr. K.B Thakur,members of the senior management from JSPL and AMNS and senior officials of the concerned Ministries.
Prime Minister's Office
PM's Statement prior to his departure to Nepal
Following is the text of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's departure statement prior to his visit to Nepal.
“I will be in Kathmandu on a two-day visit on 30-31 August, to participate in the Fourth BIMSTEC Summit.
My participation in the Summit symbolises India's highest priority to our neighbourhood and our strong commitment to continue deepening our relationship with the extended neighbourhood in South-East Asia.
During the Summit, I will have interactions with all the leaders of BIMSTEC to further enrich our regional cooperation, enhance our trade ties and advance our collective efforts to build a peaceful and prosperous Bay of Bengal region.
The Summit theme, “Towards a Peaceful, Prosperous and Sustainable Bay of Bengal Region” will enable us to shape a collective response to our common aspirations and challenges.
I am confident that the Fourth BISMTEC Summit will further consolidate the progress made thus far under BIMSTEC, and will chart the course for building a peaceful and prosperous Bay of Bengal Region.
On the margins of the BIMSTEC Summit, I will have the opportunity to interact with the leaders of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand.
I also look forward to meeting Prime Minister of Nepal, Rt. Hon. K.P. Sharma Oli and reviewing the progress we have made in our bilateral ties since my last visit to Nepal in May 2018.
Prime Minister Oli and I will have the honour and privilege to inaugurate the Nepal Bharat Maitri Dharmashala at the Pashupatinath temple complex.”
Cabinet
Cabinet approves signing of Agreement for CIRDAP establishment Centre in Hyderabad
 for establishment of CIRDAP Centre at National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj , Hyderabad.
CIRDAP Centre in NIRD&PR premises would give NIRD&PR an advantage of having first-hand knowledge of networking with organizations specialized in rural development programmes which in turn would help in building a repository of institutional knowledge for NIRD&PR. This Centre will also help NIRD&PR to enhance its status in the region through linkages with other Ministries/Institutes in the CIRDAP Member Countries . The faculty of the NIRD&PR and the Ministry officials would benefit from exchange visits to the best practices in the CMCs. The scope of work of the Centre is to focus on the implementation of integrated rural development, particularly poverty alleviation programmes within CMC member countries.
Background
The CIRDAP is a regional Inter - Governmental and autonomous institution which came into existence in 1979 at the initiative of the countries of Asia Pacific region and the Food and Agriculture Organisation  of the United Nations  with support from several other UN bodies and donors. India is one of the key founder members of this Organisation. Its Headquarters is located at Dhaka. Bangladesh, The objective of CIRDAP is to promote regional cooperation and act as a serving institution for its member countries for promotion of integrated rural development through research action, training, information dissemination etc.
CIRDAP has one sub - regional office in Jakarta, Indonesia. This sub - regional office of CIRDAP in south-east Asia  was established in Jakarta, Indonesia in 1997. The objective was to assist and expand CIRDAP membership and its resources, to conduct training research and pilot projects relevant to South East Asian region. There are 46 countries in Asia Pacific Region, therefore CIRDAP has great potential for expansion for which they would be assisted by CIRDAP Centres.
Ministry of Finance
Ministry of Finance recommends holding clerical recruitments for Public Sector Banks in 13 Regional Languages along with Hindi and English
The Ministry of Finance, Government of India has recommended that going forward clerical recruitments for the twelve public sector banks and vacancies advertised henceforth, both Prelim & Main exams will be conducted in the 13 regional languages along with English & Hindi.
This decision is based on the recommendation of a committee that was constituted by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India to look into the matter of holding examinations for clerical cadre in Public Sector Banks  in regional languages. The ongoing process of holding the examination initiated by IBPS was kept on hold until the recommendations of the Committee were made available.
The committee worked with an aim to provide a uniform opportunity to the local youth for employment opportunities and have an upper hand with the customers through local/regional languages.
This decision of holding clerical exams in regional languages will also apply to the future SBI vacancies. The ongoing recruitment process of SBI for the vacancies that are already advertised and for which preliminary exams had been held will be completed as per the advertisement.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 Vaccination Update - Day 284
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 103 crore landmark milestone
More than 51 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 103 Crore landmark milestone today. More than 51 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10378426
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2nd Dose
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9170709
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18370032
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2nd Dose
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15789557
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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411037440
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2nd Dose
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131113078
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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172926403
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2nd Dose
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92740536
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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108606993
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2nd Dose
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64703420
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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721319294
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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313517300
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Total
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1034836594
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 26thOctober, 2021 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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49
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2nd Dose
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8552
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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225
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2nd Dose
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26926
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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1454426
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2nd Dose
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2118832
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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363318
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2nd Dose
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658091
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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195412
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2nd Dose
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330223
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1st Dose Administered in Total
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2013430
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2nd Dose Administered in Total
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3142624
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Total
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5156054
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Tourism
Sports has the ability to inculcate values in the youth : Union Minister Shripad Naik
Union Minister Shripad Naik today inaugurates Goa Premiere League Cricket Tournament
Goa, 9 May 2022
Union Minister of State for Tourism and Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shripad Naik today inaugurated Goa Premiere League Cricket Tournament organized by Summerset Sports Club at Arlem ground at Margao.
Sports have a vital role to play in life. It keeps us physically and mentally sound. Sports has the ability to inculcate values in the youth, said Shripad Naik. To enhance the interest of the young generation in sports, Union Minister appealed to schools to nurture the sports talent from childhood. So that one can pursue a career in Sports.
Goa Premiere League a three day cricket tournament is organized by Summerset Sports Club. Winner of the tournament gets first prize of Rs. 5,00,00, Runners up 2,50,000 and Third prize is 1,50,000.PIB Panaji | S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Ministry of Cooperation
Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah to be Chief Guest in New Delhi tomorrow at the National Conclave of Scheduled & Multi-State Urban Co-operative Banks and Credit Societies on “Future Role of Urban Cooperative Credit Sector”
The Conclave will further strengthen the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahakar Se Samriddhi” 
The Conclave will discuss various issues related to Scheduled & Multi-State Urban Co-operative Banks and Credit Societies and will also felicitate Urban Cooperative Banks that have completed 100 years of service to society
The Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah will be the Chief Guest in New Delhi tomorrow at the National Conclave of Scheduled & Multi-State Urban Co-operative Banks and Credit Societies on “Future Role of Urban Cooperative Credit Sector”. The Conclave will further strengthen the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahakar Se Samriddhi” .
The business sessions of the Conclave will include discussions on various issues related to Scheduled & Multi-State Urban Co-operative Banks and Credit Societies and the Cooperative Credit Sector such as future role of Urban Cooperative Banks and recommendations of the Reserve Bank of India’s  Expert Committee, national cooperative finance and development cooperation as a game changer as an umbrella organization for the Urban Cooperative sector, the Banking Regulation  Act, 2020 and its impact and developments, the role of credit societies in the financial sector scenario with special reference to Multi-state societies and the issue of regulation and taxation of cooperative credit societies.
The Conclave will also felicitate Urban Cooperative Banks that have completed 100 years of service to society. There are 197 such banks in the country. This gives an indication of the deep roots of cooperatives and cooperative banks in the country. Many of the banks are expected to be present at the Conclave to be honoured by dignitaries.
Urban Cooperative Banks are among the oldest banking institutions in the country. They have been in existence for well over a century. They are banks organised and managed by a cross section of people from society that could include teachers, lawyers, traders, doctors, engineers, social workers and others for providing banking services to their members.
The Minister of State for Cooperation, Shri B.L. Verma, , senior officials from the Ministry of Cooperation, the Chairman Emeritus of the National Federation of Urban Cooperative Banks and Credit Societies Ltd.  Dr. H.K. Patil, the President of NAFCUB Shri Jyotindra Mehta and the Vice President of NAFCUB Shri V.V. Anaskar will also be amongst those who will be present during the inaugural session of the Conclave.
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Special Service and Features
Dak Adalat
It is proposed to conduct a Divisional level DAK ADALAT at 11:00 hours on 22.06.2021 at the Office of the Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Chennai City South Division, T.Nagar North PO Complex , North Usman Road, T .Nagar, Chennai 600017. Phone Number 28341668, 28342554 & email ID: dochennaicitysouth.tn@indiapost.gov.in. Members of the public are requested to send their complaints/suggestions regarding the postal services  offered by the post offices viz Vadapalani, Virugambakkam, Saligramam, Kodambakkam, West .Mambalam, Ashoknagar, K.K.Nagar, St. Thomas Mount, Guindy I.E, Saidapet, Adyar, Tiruvanmiyur, Besantnagar, St. Thomas Mount HO, Madipakkam, Adambakkam, Nanganallur, Sholinganallur, Oggiamthuraipakkam, Alwarthirunagar, RA Puram, Kotturpuram, Velachery etc functioning under the jurisdiction of Chennai City South Division to the above mentioned email id so as to reach on or before 21.06.2021 . .
This is stated in a press release issued by the 'Senior Superintendent of POs, Chennai City Division, Chennai - 600017.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
RT-PCR tests conducted at National Archery camp in Pune, Archer Himani Malik tests positive
As per the Standard Operating Procedures established by the Sports Authority of India, campers who are a part of the National Archery camp currently in progress at the Army Sports Institute, Pune were given a RT-PCR test to know their Covid-19 status. Of the 23 campers who were tested, one Himani Malik tested positive for Covid-19 while the other 22 came negative. Malik is currently asymptomatic and has been admitted to a hospital as a precautionary measure.
All precautions as established in the SAI SOPs are being followed to ensure that the camp can carry on in a safe and secure manner.